Chicken Fried Chicken
A classic, comforting Chicken Fried Chicken recipe featuring a crispy exterior and juicy interior, perfect for any occasion.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cup buttermilk
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional)
- Vegetable oil for frying
Instructions
- Prepare the Chicken: Place the chicken breasts between two sheets of plastic wrap. Use a meat mallet to pound them to an even thickness of about 1/2 inch.
- Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, combine buttermilk with salt and pepper. Soak the chicken breasts in this mixture for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Make the Seasoned Flour: In a wide shallow dish, mix flour, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, and cayenne pepper.
- Heat the Oil: In a large skillet, heat about 1 inch of vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
- Coat the Chicken: Remove the chicken from the buttermilk and dredge each piece in the seasoned flour.
- Fry the Chicken: Carefully place the coated chicken in the hot oil and fry for about 5-7 minutes per side.
- Drain and Serve: Transfer the chicken to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil and let it rest before serving.
Notes
Ensure even cooking by pounding chicken breasts to the same thickness. Do not overcrowd the frying pan to maintain oil temperature.